Program Officer

Department of Health; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannuatn

Salary packaging arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Job summary

The Department of Health WA invites applications for a Program Officer within Health Infrastructure. The role focuses on delivering project management and coordination across assigned portfolios, producing regular reports, and supporting policy and program development.

Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders is essential to inform decision-making. This fixed-term, full-time appointment offers flexible working practices, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and coordination services for Health Infrastructure projects.
• Prepare regular reports related to the portfolio and other documents such as working papers and ministerials.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to inform policy and program development.

Job description

VCID No: 753706 This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for up to 12 months with the possibility of extension(s). WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within DOH and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. This is a Fixed Term opportunity while the substantive occupant is on a period of Parental Leave.

Position Profile

The Program Officer provides project management and coordination services for Health Infrastructure team, and undertakes research and analysis to inform the development of projects, policies and programs. The Program Officer is responsible for the preparation of regular reports related to the portfolio, as well as other documents including working and discussion papers, project plans, Ministerials and general correspondence. They will work closely with internal and external stakeholders such as Office of Major Intrastructure Delivery and Health Service Providers.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here .
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements